DeKalb County
Fence Rules in Doraville, Georgia
Last updated May 26, 2026
For information only. Fence rules change frequently and this site may not reflect every requirement that applies to your property (HOA covenants, easements, variances, recent amendments). Always verify with your local permitting office before building. Full disclaimer
Fence Regulations
Doraville
Permit Requirements
Check with Community Development/Code Enforcement for permit requirements
Height - Front Yard
4 ft max (per DeKalb County pattern)
Height - Side/Rear
8 ft max (per DeKalb County pattern)
Height Notes
Fencing requirements in Article VII of Zoning Ordinance (Sections 23-703(5) and 23-703(7)), amended by Ordinance 2019-007.
Pool Fences
Corner Lots
Corner side yard: 4 ft max (per DeKalb County pattern)
Materials Allowed
Brick, stone, wood, wrought iron (front yard); standard materials in rear/side
Materials Prohibited
Barbed wire and electric fences prohibited in ALL residential districts. Barbed wire also prohibited in non-residential except M-1 and M-2. Chain link prohibited in front yards.
Historic Districts
N/A
Setbacks
Fences cannot be in public right-of-way
Design Requirements
Front yard materials restricted to brick, stone, wood, wrought iron
Gates
Front yard gates: max 6 ft, set back min 15 ft from ROW (per DeKalb pattern)
Retaining Walls
Max 6 ft; may be tiered up to 12 ft with engineering approval
Notes
Heights based on DeKalb County Chapter 27 pattern. Barbed wire/electric restrictions confirmed in city code. Contact Code Enforcement at doravillega.us for specifics.
Rules can vary within a jurisdiction — historic districts and zoning overlays often have stricter requirements. Look up your exact address to confirm which rules apply to your property.
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